What the capital's temperatures may look like after last nights rain
While the rain provided a refreshing break from the heatwave, temperatures are still expected to fluctuate throughout the week
A man splashing his face with water during intense Summer heat. File Photo: Rajib Dhar/TBS
Following weeks of intense heatwaves nationwide, residents of Dhaka found relief as rain showers were reported in certain areas of the capital last night.
While the rain provided a refreshing break from the heatwave, temperatures are still expected to fluctuate throughout the week.
According to the BBC's weather report, the temperature is expected to reach 35°C today. Temperatures are forecasted to rise even higher on Saturday, with the possibility of reaching 37°C, according to the BBC.
The good news, however, is that the forecast indicates a slight decrease following the extreme temperatures on Saturday. On Sunday, 5 May, temperatures are expected to reach only 33°C, while Monday's forecast predicts a high of 29°C.
Most of the upcoming week is predicted to remain in the high 20s.
Cox's Bazar
On the other hand, Cox's Bazar saw a relief rain on Thursday.
Tofail Hossain, the deputy assistant meteorologist of Cox's Bazar Meteorological Office, said, "Around 9am in the morning it was drizzling and it recorded 11mm rainfall in 3 hours till 12pm."
"There is a possibility of rain in Cox's Bazar for the next 2-3 days," he added.
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The rain brought some relief to the residents of the district. Many local people have expressed their joy in the rain after heavy rains for quite some time.
